If the PATS module does not prove out at key-on, the red light will either be flashing or will remain illuminated.
There are several things that will keep the starter motor from being engaged.
See my post here:
http://www.contour.org/ubbthreads/showflat.php?Cat=&Board=trouble&Number=329943&Forum=trouble&Words=starter&Match=Entire%20Phrase&Searchpage=4&Limit=25&Old=1year&Main=326490&Search=true#Post329943
If your car is equipped with an aftermarket alarm, the starter disable relay may be the reason for the "No Crank" symptom.
Since you shorted out a wire and killed it, it is very likely that a fuse, breaker, link, or wire has been opened. It would be helful if you knew which wire it was that was shorted out.
In any event, a good technician with a meter (or test light) and the schematic should be able to find the open circuit quickly.
Pinpointing the exact circuit may be possible by asking and answering specific questions:
For example:
1) Do you hear the fuel pump run for 1-2 seconds after turning the key to RUN (you should)?
2) Do you hear any noise from the starter when the key is turned to START with the clutch fully depressed?
3) Inspect all the other electrical accessories and lights. Are there any that do not work? Which ones do work?
4) Does the PATS light blink normally when the key is away from the ignition?
Steve
